Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal

Establishes the diversity in investment act requiring certain venture capital companies to report diversity information about its funding determinations; requires reports to be published on the venture capital companies' websites; establishes penalties for failure to complete and publish such reports.

Maddy summaryS 5635, the "Fertility Protection Act," requires health insurance plans to cover fertility preservation services (like egg or sperm freezing) when a medical treatment - such as cancer therapy, surgery, or radiation - poses a risk of causing infertility. It directly affects patients undergoing such treatments who need to preserve fertility before starting care. The bill amends social services law to mandate this coverage under specific conditions, defining "iatrogenic infertility" as fertility impairment caused by medical interventions. The policy change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires motorcycle dealers in New York to register all motorcycles at the time of sale to the buyer, rather than after purchase. It directly affects motorcycle dealers and buyers within New York State, mandating that registration occurs during the transaction. The law includes an exception for motorcycles purchased exclusively for out-of-state use, requiring dealers to collect a signed declaration from buyers confirming they understand registration requirements and penalties for noncompliance. The registration period and expiration dates will be set by the state transportation agency.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the daily allowance for trial and grand jurors in New York's unified court system from $40 to $72 per day. It directly affects jurors who serve in court, including those employed, by raising their daily payment and adjusting employer wage withholding rules. Specifically, jurors earning less than $72 daily receive the difference between their wages and $72, while employers with over 10 staff cannot withhold the first $72 of wages for the first three days of service. The increased allowance and related expenses will be paid by the state from funds allocated to the Office of Court Administration.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requests Governor Hochul to proclaim May 2025 as Lupus Awareness Month in New York. It recognizes the impact of lupus on approximately 105,400 New Yorkers and seeks to increase public awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease, which disproportionately affects women and certain ethnic groups. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally urges the Governor to support awareness efforts. It was adopted by the legislature on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 346 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Pablo Ulloa for his advocacy on behalf of Dominican Americans in New York. It recognizes his work as the Ombudsman of the Dominican Republic, his professional background with international organizations like the Inter-American Development Bank, and his efforts supporting the Dominican diaspora community. The resolution, adopted by the Senate, formally acknowledges his contributions to advancing equity, healthcare access, and social services for underserved populations. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Dr. Ulloa as a gesture of recognition.

Maddy summaryThis resolution memorializes Governor Hochul to officially proclaim March 3-7, 2025, as School Breakfast Week in New York State. It does not create new laws or change funding but formally recognizes the importance of school breakfast programs through a ceremonial observance. The resolution highlights existing state efforts like the Breakfast After the Bell program and Community Eligibility Provision, which help provide free breakfasts to over 876,000 students annually. It serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about school nutrition, not a policy change.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution J 380 asks Governor Hochul to declare February 15-22, 2025, as FFA Week in New York. It is a symbolic resolution honoring the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America), which supports agricultural education and student leadership development. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally requests the Governor issue a proclamation to recognize FFA's role in promoting agricultural literacy and career readiness for students. This resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 25, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill defines nicotine pouches as tobacco-free, smokeless products containing nicotine and regulates their sale by banning free samples and multi-package discounts. It requires retailers to verify customers are at least 21 years old using acceptable ID (e.g., driver's license, passport) for purchases and prohibits free distribution to anyone under 21. Exceptions exist for events like conventions or trade shows, but only if restricted to adults and with proper age checks. The bill also limits coupon use for these products to specific contexts, such as those obtained at retail locations or through publications.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends New York's vehicle law to include "class three bicycles with electric assist" in the legal definition of a "limited use motorcycle." It directly affects riders of e-bikes that provide motor assistance up to 28 mph (the standard for class three e-bikes), as these vehicles will now fall under motorcycle regulations rather than bicycle rules. The key provision updates the law's classification system, specifying that such e-bikes qualify as a "class C limited use motorcycle" based on their speed capabilities (up to 20 mph), without changing safety requirements or licensing for riders.